
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Nicols Neighborhood of St. Paul, MN from $900 (23 Rentals)
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Bayberry Place

AIRE MSP Apartments

Fox Ridge Estates

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Boulder Court Apartments

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The Pointe at Cedar Grove

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Nicols, St. Paul, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Nicols?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nicols Studio Apartments | $1,509 | $1,060 | $1,965 |
| Nicols 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,693 | $984 | $2,620 |
| Nicols 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,062 | $1,225 | $5,095 |
| Nicols 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,337 | $1,511 | $3,134 |
| Nicols 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,950 | $1,640 | $2,251 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Nicols Neighborhood of St. Paul, MN.
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Cheapest Available Nicols Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Nicols area of Minneapolis, MN is a Studio unit found at AIRE MSP Apartments priced from $1,153. Boulder Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,180. Here are the most affordable Nicols apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIRE MSP Apartments | Piper | Studio,1BA | $1,153 |
| Boulder Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,180 |
| Fox Ridge Estates | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Silver Pines | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,255 |
| Silver Bell Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,303 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nicols, MN
As of February 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Nicols area is the $1.81 price per square foot 3Bd 2Bt (1269sqft) Model at Alden Pond in the in the Terra Glenn neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value Nicols apartment is the Two Bedroom Plus Model at Fox Ridge Estates starting at $1,400 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Terra Glenn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Nicols apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alden Pond | 3Bd 2Bt (1269sqft) | 3BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| Fox Ridge Estates | Two Bedroom Plus | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Blooming Meadows North | 2 Bedroom, Income Restrictions | 2BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Bayberry Place | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Walnut Trails Townhome Apartments | 1 Br Fireplace | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Silver Pines | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| The Pointe at Cedar Grove | One Bed One Bath - Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Silver Bell Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Surrey Gardens Apartments | 1 BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Boulder Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
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Among cities in Minnesota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Nicols Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Nicols?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Nicols is under $1,364.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Nicols?
The cheapest apartment in Nicols is Silver Pines which is listed at $1,255, while the average apartment in Nicols costs $2,415.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Nicols?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 14 regular apartments in Nicols that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Nicols?
Cheap apartments in Nicols have an average cost of $969 which is $1,446 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Nicols.
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